Since a real estate agent, must sell, and/ or list houses, in order to generate commissions, and make a living, it might be a good idea, to review and examine, some sort of system, to potentially, get more and better listings. This article will, therefore, attempt to, briefly discuss, one approach or system, to achieve these objectives, successfully and consistently. I refer to this process as the RICH IDEAS 6 Steps to More, and Better Listings.

1. Get the appointment: What will you do, in order to assure, you are able, to get in the door, to, at least, present, why, a homeowner, considering selling their house, should choose you, as their agent and representative? How much time, effort and attention, will you focus and commit, in order, to gain additional personal exposure, demonstrate your unique assets/ approaches, and why you should be chosen? How will you get more appointments? Do you have a personal marketing and branding approach/ system, which will positively distinguish you, and attract others, to you? Will you perfect, the techniques, and methods, which properly prepare you, to convincingly, address and answer any and all concerns and objections?

2. Listen before you speak: One must be careful, to make the presentation about the needs, concerns, priorities and goals, of the homeowner, rather than the tendency, to make it, all about you! Will you ask the right questions, and consistently focus, on what, might, best impact, the homeowner? Never assume you know, or have, all the answers, but, rather, be willing to listen effectively and thoroughly, before you speak!

3. Relevant presentation: When you present your listing presentation, how will you know, you are articulating, a relevant, meaningful, effective message? Will you merely discuss features, etc, or will you effectively communicate and articulate, in a benefits – based manner?

4. Make your presentation about them, not you!: How will you know, if you are addressing, the issues and concerns, which are most important, to a specific homeowner? Will you listen far more than you speak? Do you understand, for most people, their favorite sound, is the sound, of their own voice? You have two ears, and only one mouth, for a reason, so take advantage of this, and listen, at least, twice as often, as you speak. Explain thoroughly, slowly and completely, until you are convinced, and they acknowledge, they understand and agree!

5. Answer their questions and concerns, but don’t open up a Pandora’s Box!: Never assume you know what might concern someone, and never answer an issue, you perceive, as a concern, until it is asked! When you presume a concern, which doesn’t exist, you might create, problems which don’t exist! Always answer every question/ concern, however, thoroughly, completely, and to their satisfaction!

6. Close, and get the listing: Never fear discussing the commission, you feel you deserve, but, rather, emphasize, why you are worth it, and how you will best, provide meaningful, relevant, meaningful service! Realize, if you want the listing, you must take the time, and close, the deal, effectively. Provide the quality of service, which makes you distinct, real, and better!

Become a more successful real estate agent, by using these 6 steps, to more and better listings. Never abandon your commitment to absolute integrity, and focus on how you will best serve your clients!

Verify who is available in your area offering such services. Many of them are able to handle the challenges of both large and small jobs. They have the expertise and equipment to handle various needs as well as various types of pipe materials. They also have the knowledge to properly assess what is taking place to give you options for the best long-term outcome.

Reputation Matters

Since pipe repair services are often in need, you won’t struggle to find information others have shared. Those reviews from other customers can get you pointed in the right direction. They will share who they hired, what they were happy with, any concerns, cost, and other details. You can get indicators about who you can trust and who you need to avoid hiring for the job.

Once you have some ideas, make some calls and check out their website details. This will share with you where they are located, what they offer, and the types of services they are able to consider for various jobs. Make an appointment for them to come to your location and survey your needs. They can talk to you, look at the pipes, and give you an idea of the process.

Ask Questions

You may not know much at all about pipe repair, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t ask questions. Ask them to explain what various techniques entail and why they recommend them. Ask them about warranty information on the labor as well as on the parts they put into place. Some of the options such as CIPP can last for decades as well as increase overall flow.

The provider of pipe repair should be willing to answer your questions in terms that you can understand. If you feel they are pressuring you to hire them or they talk in business lingo, bypass them for another provider. You need someone you can communicate well with and you trust to be in your corner. You don’t want to have regrets when the work is done and it is time to pay.

Timeframe

During the consultation, the pipe repair provider should be able to provide you with an estimate timeframe for the work. This includes when they can fit you into their schedule, the time for the work to be done, and any other concerns. Depending on the project, they may need to order materials so that plays a role in when they can get started.

Cost

The final cost of the work should be broken down for you before you hire them. Obtain the estimate in writing so you know what you can expect. You don’t need any surprises that stress you out financially! The estimate should have a cost for the labor, a cost for materials, and then a total price. If you agree to it and what you believe the provider offers, hire them for pipe repair.

Don’t ignore the problem as it isn’t going to get better on its own. Instead, it is just a matter of time before you have as serious issue on your hands. It will cost far more if you wait than if you get it all in motion to have repairs done early on.

The process to entitle lots can take more than five years and is expensive. The cost of parcel maps for five lots or less is $100,000. Tract maps for more than five lots can cost more than $500,000. The number of lots and the potential size are determined by biology, health-department regulations, slope, and the zoning and general plan. Included in the cost are engineering, processing, and regulatory fees and various reports and studies.

Reports and studies include conditions of approval costs, storm-water treatment, anthropology and archeology, soils, biology, noise, and traffic. When a map is approved and recorded, there are additional fees that include, but are not limited to the following:
• Potential greenhouse gas studies
• Retention and drainage basins
• On- and off-site mitigation land
• School fees
• Parks and recreation fees
• Physical secondary access
• Fire fees
• Annual bonding fees.

Politics comes into play when obtaining the required approvals from county boards, city councils, and planning commissions. The level of public opposition or support affects hearings completion. They can be completed in as little as four months, or take years and cost over a million dollars. Property owners have three courses of action to take into consideration.

1. Entitlement and sale of the property ‘as is’ – This option brings the lowest price, but costs the least and requires the shortest time for property disposal. Under rare circumstances, the land is worth more when it is unentitled.
2. Enter into a long-term agreement – The agreement is made with a home builder who incurs the expenses of processing a tract map. This option is the most utilized. The process could take up to five years. The buyer is required to release nonrefundable deposits periodically to the seller after approving their contingencies. Escrow closing typically occurs after tentative or final map approval.
3. The owner incurs the entitlement costs – Much of the process is like option two. The difference is the owner has full control of the mapping process and bears all expenses.

The ramifications of each choice should be weighed carefully before making a decision. Owners, who have chosen not to seek advice, have made the decision to process a map and found out later the number of lots was not financially feasible. A competent engineer can determine the optimal number of lots that can be obtained and approved. Smart growth design principals call for buildings with a variety of materials, texture, and color and individuality; well-defined open space; a building and street relationship; mixed uses; and high-density development. Contractors, who specialize in residential subdivisions, can give realistic cost estimations.

The process of entitling residential property to higher densities is costly, complex, and cumbersome. Many factors must be taken into consideration. The leading concerns that communities have about increased density are the quality of life and increased costs.

There is a need for new affordable housing to reduce recent overpayment and overcrowding. There is also a need for high-density housing that supports economic recovery, accommodates new workers and their loved ones, and economizes the costs of infrastructure. It is quite a balancing act. Open spaces need to be conserved and the distance between new jobs and new homes reduced.